How Do You Spray A Popcorn Ceiling With Textured Paint?
Removing popcorn ceilings is labor-intensive and time-consuming. Spraying texture over the popcorn is an easy way to change the look of a room. Though the job is messy, the simplest way to spray a popcorn ceiling with textured paint is to use a texture gun. Plan to practice before you start on the ceiling. Use a texture gun with an air compressor for a large job such as a ceiling. They can be purchased or rented at home improvement stores. Wash the ceiling with a heavy-duty detergent such as trisodium phosphate (TSP) if it’s dirty. Use a sponge mop or wash it by hand. Brush down cobwebs and dust. Caulk large cracks. Smaller cracks will be covered by the texture so they don’t need to be caulked. Cover the floor and furniture with drop cloths. Tape off the windows and tape brown Kraft paper around the walls where they meet the ceiling. This prevents over-spray from getting on the walls. Mix texture compound according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Make sure there are no lumps in the
